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Started by kerick, September 22, 2024, 07:05:19 PM

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kerick

September 22, 2024, 07:05:19 PM Last Edit: September 22, 2024, 07:16:41 PM by kerick
Well, I've finally started this project. We will see if I can keep it simple and not let the AMS take control.
Here's the parts pic.



I'm using the wings and fuselage that had the paint stripped off a long time ago. Plus the spare set of wings that are pulled apart. There wasn't any cockpit detail at all. These parts were given to me a long time ago by a friend at my club. I'm going to dig up some other engines to place between the wings somehow. I have to figure out how to make it asymmetrical to make it more Topheish.
I had to clamp the second set of wings to the desktop to try and straighten them. Both had a noticeable downward warp. I applied some liquid glue and left it overnight. Much better now.

" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

Rick Lowe

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September 22, 2024, 10:16:42 PM
 :thumbsup:

Wardukw

#2
September 23, 2024, 01:02:16 AM
😆 🤣
This is going to be wacky cool 😀
If it aint broke ,,fix it until it is .
Over kill is often very understated .
I know the voices in my head ain't real but they do come up with some great ideas.
Theres few of lifes problems that can't be solved with the proper application of a high explosive projectile .

zenrat

#3
September 23, 2024, 04:59:28 AM
Quote from: Wardukw on September 23, 2024, 01:02:16 AM😆 🤣
This is going to be wacky cool 😀

Second that.

Fred

- Can't be bothered to do the proper research and get it right.

Another ill conceived, lazily thought out, crudely executed and badly painted piece of half arsed what-if modelling muppetry from zenrat industries.

zenrat industries:  We're everywhere...for your convenience..

NARSES2

#4
September 23, 2024, 05:48:36 AM
US Navy's answer to the An -2 ?
Do not condemn the judgement of another because it differs from your own. You may both be wrong.

kerick

#5
September 23, 2024, 06:28:57 AM
And it will be on floats!
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

Rick Lowe

#6
September 23, 2024, 10:15:12 PM
Quote from: NARSES2 on September 23, 2024, 05:48:36 AMUS Navy's answer to the An -2 ?

What I was thinking...

kerick

#7
September 24, 2024, 07:49:45 AM Last Edit: September 24, 2024, 07:53:47 AM by kerick
Navy blue grey will fit the Tophe influence. Tophe never applied decals and always painted the canopy. That will help get this done quicker.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

Dizzyfugu

#8
September 24, 2024, 09:53:57 AM
Nice. I also have an idea for an A-1 conversion as a floatplane, but that's still on the project list... Curious what becomes of this one. <_<

kerick

#9
September 24, 2024, 10:12:24 AM
I need to find another set of those aero club vacuform floats. They are very handy.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

PR19_Kit

#10
September 25, 2024, 06:18:45 AM
Quote from: kerick on September 24, 2024, 10:12:24 AMI need to find another set of those aero club vacuform floats. They are very handy.


You're not kidding, a superb set.

Sadly they're as rare as hen's teeth these days, but as I have almost a complete set (mins the BIG ones....) maybe they could be 're-engineered'?
Kit's Rule 1 ) Any aircraft can be improved by fitting longer wings, and/or a longer fuselage
Kit's Rule 2) The backstory can always be changed to suit the model

...and I'm not a closeted 'Take That' fan, I'm a REAL fan! :)

Regards
Kit

kerick

#11
September 25, 2024, 06:22:45 AM
Quote from: PR19_Kit on September 25, 2024, 06:18:45 AM
Quote from: kerick on September 24, 2024, 10:12:24 AMI need to find another set of those aero club vacuform floats. They are very handy.


You're not kidding, a superb set.

Sadly they're as rare as hen's teeth these days, but as I have almost a complete set (mins the BIG ones....) maybe they could be 're-engineered'?

Problem is it's the big floats that I can use. I have the remaining medium and smaller ones too. Our club contest and swap meet is Oct 12 so maybe I'll get lucky there.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

Wardukw

#12
September 25, 2024, 11:58:45 AM
Know anyone with a 3D printer ??
If it aint broke ,,fix it until it is .
Over kill is often very understated .
I know the voices in my head ain't real but they do come up with some great ideas.
Theres few of lifes problems that can't be solved with the proper application of a high explosive projectile .

kerick

#13
September 25, 2024, 08:01:53 PM
No but that would be cool.
" Somewhere, between half true, and completely crazy, is a rainbow of nice colours "
Tophe the Wise

Wardukw

#14
September 25, 2024, 09:06:55 PM
There's also ol Freightdog ...those might be something he could market cause it's possible or very likely there's a market for em .
If it aint broke ,,fix it until it is .
Over kill is often very understated .
I know the voices in my head ain't real but they do come up with some great ideas.
Theres few of lifes problems that can't be solved with the proper application of a high explosive projectile .
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